hang with

Keep company with

To hang with someone is to spend time with them casually, usually as friends: I'm just hanging with my cousins this weekend.

The phrase implies relaxed, unstructured socializing rather than formal plans.

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casual

chill

Cold sensation or relaxation

relax · vibe · laze · idle · decompress · laid-back · easygoing · low-key · mellow · downtime

socialize

party

Gathering for celebration

catch up · talk · schmooze · banter · gossip · laugh · joke · bond · connect · shoot the breeze

friendship

buddy

Informal term for companion

  • palClose trusted companion
  • friendNon-kin mutual bond
  • bestieClosest pal, informally

crew · squad · homie · mate · companion · sidekick · confidant · bro · clique · posse

gather

meetup

Informal planned gathering

rendezvous · assemble · congregate · convene · gathering · hangout · session · kickback · potluck · cookout

Opposites
social engagement

hang withkeep to oneself

Remain private about something

alone · withdraw · hole up · fly solo · hermit

relational stance

hang withavoid

Stay away from

shun · steer clear of · cold-shoulder · keep away from · cut off

Family

with, hang, without, withdraw, hanging, hung, withhold, withstand, hang out

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